...INF040 Toyota Supra 3.0i Head Gasket Replacement We have encountered several instances of head gasket failure on the Toyota Supra 3.0 turbo and non turbo models resulting from engine overheating. It is our understanding that, if the engine is allowed to overheat, cylinder head distortion...
...Toyota Celica 2.0 GT Injection (ST182/3S-GE) CV Joints Difficulty is often encountered removing the original CV joint from the driveshaft on the above application. This is because the manufacturer uses a ‘heavy duty’ type internal circlip to retain the joint. It is sometimes n...
...Some models of Toyota Carina E were manufactured with two types of steering rack, listed in the Blue Print catalogue as ‘+ZF’ (for the ZF branded rack) or ‘-ZF’ (for the Japanese sourced rack). Although outwardly the track rod ends are the same size and shape, the Z...
...Isuzu Trooper Water Pump Application ADZ99107 We have been informed of several instances of water pump bearing failure on Isuzu Trooper 3.1DT models where a pump designed for use on the 2.8 model (ADZ99107) has been used. Please note that the current Blue Print catalogue application MUST...
...Toyota Carina E Front Lower Wishbone (Arm) ADT38646 & ADT38647 Blue Print now stock a Lower Front Wishbone for the Toyota Carina E. This is suitable for all models with the exception of the GTi version. Toyota build the Carina E in the UK and in Japan. The 17 character long Vehicle Id...
...Oil – Only as Good as the Filter Looking After it Oil is the life blood of an engine, with engines relying on clean oil circulating under pressure to lubricate and prevent metal-to-metal contact of bearings and cam gear. The oil also aids cooling by carrying heat away from the pi...
...INF062 Toyota Brake Hose Identification Please note that on some Toyota brake hose applications a choice of brake hose types will be given. The difference is in the female connection ‘seat’ where one is concave and the other is convex. Blue Print will catalogue this choice as...
...Mercedes Oil Filter Housing Cap with sealing ring Problem Problem Whilst changing the engine oil filter during the service replacement process, the oil filter housing cap can break - leaving the oil filter alignment tube and element within the housing. (Fig.1) Cause After many hour...
...INF063 Mitsubishi Rear Wheel Bearing Kit Replacement Rear Wheel Bearing Kit ADC48311 It may be necessary on some vehicle fitments to re-shim the rear wheel bearing pre-load. This is done with the use of shimming snap rings A, and shimming gaskets B. These are not supplied in the wheel be...
...LAND ROVER DISCOVERY 3, 4, RANGE ROVER SPORT / JAGUAR S-TYPE, XF, XJ 350 - OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT Blue Print ADJ132102 to fit: 2.7 V6 Diesel 2004 2012 On removal of the engine cover, you will find the oil filter element housing in the centre of the engine at the top. Th...